Serving 481 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clemens Crossing Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Clemens Crossing Elementary serves the southeast part of Columbia, MD, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to school, with the furthest edge being about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clemens Crossing Elementary School's student population of 481 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
481 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clemens Crossing Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clemens Crossing Elementary School is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#345 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clemens Crossing Elementary School's ranking?
Clemens Crossing Elementary School is ranked #345 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Clemens Crossing Elementary School often compared to?
Clemens Crossing Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atholton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Clemens Crossing Elementary School?
481 students attend Clemens Crossing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Clemens Crossing Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clemens Crossing Elementary School?
Clemens Crossing Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clemens Crossing Elementary School offer ?
Clemens Crossing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clemens Crossing Elementary School part of?
Clemens Crossing Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Clemens Crossing Elementary School located?
Clemens Crossing Elementary School is located in the Hickory Ridge neighborhood of Columbia, MD.
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